Dave Doggett admitted that he is frustrated that Cambridge United are just outside the playoff spots.

The U's chairman was writing in his programme notes ahead of the Newport County fixture this weekend, where they will look to make it back to back home wins.

And while he said Shaun Derry and the team appreciate the support, he added that the negativity around some of the games has puzzled him.

"Obviously, it is frustrating because if only we had picked up a few more points we would be in a play-off place in the league," he said.

"We are still only three points away. You can be assured that everyone at the club, from top to bottom, is working hard to achieve our ambition to play at a higher level.

"Shaun and the players appreciate the positive support but, like me, are puzzled, by the negativity of a few during matches.

"Whilst we treasure stability, our ambitions have not changed and we are all fully aware of the importance of the upcoming matches over the Christmas period and the opportunity to strengthen the squad in the January transfer window."

Many fans have wanted more communication from the club in the last week or so, and Doggett confirmed that there would be a chance to talk to them in the new year.

"We are committed as a club to listening to all our supporter’s views both positive and negative and to be as open and honest with all our stakeholders," he said.

"It has been disappointing that Fans Forums arranged after two recent matches were only attended by about 15 supporters.

"All questions were answered honestly and in full and there will more opportunities in the New Year for supporters to talk to us face to face not just through social media."